Forbidden love is a very popular romance genre, but if you’re unfamiliar with this trope, it’s basically exactly what it sounds like: Two people are in love despite the fact that it is seen as forbidden. Usually their love will go against societal norms or betray the people who they care about, but they do … Read more
Before finding more sad stories, it might be interesting to find out how they came about. Romance novels first originated in the 18th and 19th centuries, when Jane Austin and Ann Radcliffe shaped the genre. Stories about romance were an almost completely new concept back then, and they were mainly written by women and about … Read more
The vampire romance niche is a literary gold mine, brimming with exciting storylines, creative characters, and delightful forbidden love stories. Typically grouped into the wider paranormal romance sub-genre, readers who enjoy myth, magic, and monsters in their books will love a good vampire romance. Dead Until Dark by Charlaine Harris Charlaine Harris’s infamous thirteen-book Sookie … Read more
Reverse harem books are simply about a lady with love interests for several men, filled with sexual fantasy and tons of sweet romance. After all, “the more, the merrier.” Reverse harem Romance books have gained rising popularity in the last few years. Why? Maybe reading about a lady with more than two men is a … Read more
Love is a tale as old as time. Two lovers destined to travel through life together eventually. Songs have been written about love. Books and memoirs concoct the story of a thing so enduring and everlasting that it transcends time. Romantic books are beautiful. They provide us with a world full of escapism. It’s no … Read more
Whether you’re a newcomer looking to start with the beloved classics that stole the hearts of millions of people years ago, or an experienced vampire romance reader who’s in search of something new, you will be able to find a thrilling next read in this curated list of captivating novels! Dark romance, an abundance of … Read more
There’s nothing quite like relaxing with a good romance novel — especially when that romance novel is well-written and full of lovable characters and tropes alike. The popular “brother’s best friend” trope in romance is a great place to start when looking for your next favorite romance novel. From forbidden love to angsty tension, here … Read more
Few authors have achieved a degree of popularity that rivals Jane Austen’s. Her first six novels have not gone out of print since Richard Bentley republished them in 1833. They’ve captivated audiences so completely that new adaptations, remixes, and spin-offs appear on a regular basis, more than 200 years later, to widespread success. For readers … Read more
Shifter romance books are one of the most popular romance genres, and if you’re looking for some romantic fantasy books that can get a little steamy at times, you’re in the right place. This list offers 20 of the top paranormal shifter romance books that will hopefully catch your interest. And a bonus: Most of … Read more
If your favorite genre of novel to read is romance, then there’s a good chance that you’re familiar with the best friends-to-lovers trope. Essentially the opposite of the enemies-to-lovers theme, this trope is perfect for any fans of cheesy romance or slow-burn romance novels. There are tons of excellent best-friends-to-lovers romance novels out there to … Read more